Reconciliation
National Reconciliation Week and NAIDOC Week 2025 programs and events coming soon
At the City of Salisbury, reconciliation is important to us. We have a long history of delivering programs to enhance relationships, respect and opportunities with the Aboriginal community.
Reconciliation Week
National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.
Each year, the City of Salisbury recognises NRW with a variety of community events.
NAIDOC Week
NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia in the first week of July each year to celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC Week is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories and participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth.
NAIDOC stands for National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee. Its origins can be traced to the emergence of Aboriginal groups in the 1920′s which sought to increase awareness in the wider community of the status and treatment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.
Bridging Now to Next with Dwayne Coulthard - 26 May, 10am to 11am, Salisbury Community Hub
On Sorry Day, we pause to acknowledge the truths of our shared history and the lasting impact on First Nations peoples. Through truth-telling, we open pathways to healing, understanding and moving forward together. This year’s Reconciliation Week theme invites us to reflect on the deep connections between the past, present and future.
We invite you to join Dwayne Coulthard, a respected First Nations Community Leader, as he shares insights on our Reconciliation journey and what lies ahead. The event will also include a Welcome to Country and Sorry Day address by Uncle Frank Wanganeen.
Cost: free (bookings encouraged)
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Cultural Sharing Family Fun Day - 27 May, 10.45am to 1pm, Morella Community Centre
Proudly in partnership with Kaurna Plains and Lake Windemere Children’s Centres. Bridging Now to Next urges us to look ahead and continue the push forward as past lessons guide us. In the spirit of reconciliation, this event invites community members from all walks of life to come together, connect and share and celebrate one another’s cultures and backgrounds in the form of music, storytelling, cuisine, art and more.
Cultural Sharing includes:
- Performance by Imbala Consultancy
- Art workshop with Harley Hall
- Henna Tattoo artist
- Delicious food and lots more!
Cost: free
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Bookings essential: please book for all adults and children attending.
Aboriginal Cultural Capability Training - 28 May, 1pm to 4pm, Bagster Road Community Centre
Join us for an insightful Aboriginal Cultural Capability Session at the Bagster Road Community Centre. This in-person event will immerse you in the rich traditions and history of Aboriginal culture. Learn about the culture and values that shape this vibrant and diverse community. Come ready to engage, ask questions, and deepen your understanding. Don't miss this unique opportunity to broaden your cultural awareness!
Places are limited, please book to secure your ticket.
Facilitated by Renee Andrew (nee Coulthard) - Director- Founder, Arraru Yakka Aboriginal Cultural Capability Training
Cost: free
Click here to book or contact Bagster Road Community Centre:
P: 8487 1830 E: enquiriesbrcc@salisbury.sa.gov.au.
Bookings required.
Wayapa Wuurrk with Tamara Young - 7 July, 10am to 11am, Salisbury Community Hub
Embrace Earth Mind Body Spirit well-being and First Nations wisdom in this years NAIDOC Week event.
This year, NAIDOC Week celebrates the Next Generation: Strength, Vision and Legacy. Join proud Kamilaroi woman Tamara Young as she expertly guides you using First Nations wisdom and connection to earth through the modality of Wayapa.
Wayapa is an earth connection practice that is based on ancient Indigenous wisdom that focuses on taking care of the Earth as the starting point for creating Earth Mind Body Spirit well-being.
Cost: free
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Bookings required.
NAIDOC Week Flag Raising - 8 July, 10am to 12pm, Pooraka Farm Community Centre
Celebrate the rich history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people at our NAIDOC Flag Raising Morning Tea. This special event will feature a flag raising ceremony, followed by a morning tea where you can enjoy some delicious treats like quandong jam and scones with opportunity to connect with the community and a select group of local community organisations.
Cost: free
Bookings not required. For more information, call 8406 8488
Reconciliation Action Plan
The City of Salisbury’s reconciliation journey continues with the 2019 to 2021 Reconciliation Action Plan; with the Vision “Enhance recognition, relationships and respect for Aboriginal culture to enrich our inclusive community".
Please download our Reconciliation Action Plan.
View the launch of the City of Salisbury Reconciliation Action Plan below.
Acknowledgement protocols
The City of Salisbury Reconciliation Action Plan Working Group recommends the following Acknowledgement of Country wording:
The City of Salisbury acknowledges that we are meeting on the traditional Country of the Kaurna people of the Adelaide Plains and pays respect to Elders past and present. We recognise and respect their cultural heritage, beliefs and relationship with the land. We acknowledge that they are of continuing importance to the Kaurna people living today.
The Kaurna language translation of this statement is:
City of Salisburyrlu tampinthi, ngadlu Kaurna yartangka inparrinthi. Kaurna miyurna yaitya mathanya Wama Tarntanyaku, Purkarnanti puki-unangku yalaka kuma.Parnaku yailtya, parnaku tapa purruna, parnaku yarta ngadlu tampinthi. Yalaka Kaurna miyurna itu yailtya, tapa purruna, yarta kuma puru martinthi, puru warri-apinthi, puru tangka martulayinthi.
These Protocols and Guidelines provide information about the reasons why recognition of Country is important and the process of implementing the protocols within the City of Salisbury.
Constitutional Recognition of Indigenous Australians
On Wednesday 5 September 2012 a conversation around Constitutional Recognition of Indigenous Australians was held at the John Harvey Gallery. The conversation included a special discussion panel, comprising of the Honourable Robyn Layton, Professor Peter Buckskin, Tony Zappia MP and Khatija Thomas.
Related information
Page image credit: ‘The Meeting Place’ by the following artists at the Pooraka Farm Community Centre: Rosemary Barrie, Maria Gruber, Lorraine Gum, Upasana Srvastava, Sunil Vig, Frank Wanganeen, Gary Zuber.